FruitGard Component B (WIPEOUT)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance: Yellow brown deliquescent crystals Properties: Corrosive, highly soluble in water Odor: Slight odor of hydrochloric acid

Potential health effects

INGESTION: Swallowing can cause burns of the mouth, throat, and stomach. Low toxicity in small quantities but larger doses (120 mg/kg) may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Pink urine discoloration is a strong indicator of iron poisoning. Liver damage, coma and death may follow, sometimes delayed as long as three days. INHALATION: Breathing fumes is destructive to tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Symptoms may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. EYE: Corrosive irritant. Contact can cause blurred vision, redness, pain and severe tissue burns. SKIN: Corrosive. Symptoms of redness, pain, and severe burn can occur. Chronic Exposure: Repeated ingestion may cause liver damage. Prolonged exposure of the eyes may cause discoloration. Other Chemical Interactions Which Enhance Toxicity: No known or reported interactions. Existing Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: Eye irritation may result from prolonged exposure to low levels of dust. Prolonged dust inhalation may result in varying degrees of lung damage and/or mucous membrane irritation. Prolonged exposure of the skin may result in localized dermatitis, inflammation, and/or irritation. Prolonged exposure may aggravate allergies, pulmonary disorders and blood cell diseases. 4). FIRST AID INGESTION: DO NOT induce vomiting. If conscious, have subject drink multiple glasses of water, IMMEDIATELY seek medical attention. Loosen any tight clothing. If the subject stops breathing begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Examine face and oral cavity for soft tissue damage and indication of ingestion; irrigate any affected tissue thoroughly with water. WARNING: For cases involving ingested toxic, infectious, or corrosive materials administrating mouth-to-mouth resuscitation may be dangerous. IMMEDIATELY seek medical attention. INHALATION: Evacuate subject to a well-ventilated safe area as soon as practical and loosen any tight clothing, IMMEDIATELY seek medical attention. The subject should minimize activity and rest in a well-ventilated area. If breathing is labored administer oxygen. If the subject stops breathing begin mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: For cases involving inhaled toxic, infectious, or corrosive materials administrating mouth-to-mouth resuscitation may be dangerous. IMMEDIATELY seek medical attention. EYES: If applicable, remove contact lenses. With open eyelids IMMEDIATELY irrigate eyes with cool or cold flowing water for at least 15 minutes. Do not use eye ointment, flush with water ONLY. Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY. SKIN: In the case of direct contact, flush residual material and area of skin affected with generous amounts of cool or cold water for at least 15 minutes. Remove and launder any contaminated clothing prior to use. If irritation persists seek medical attention. 5). FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES Not applicable FLASH POINT: Not applicable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not applicable EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Not applicable. Choose extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials. FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Not applicable. Avoid fumes; approach fire from upwind position. Use sufficient amounts of water to submerge the product. Put out the fire using an agent suitable to combustible material in the surrounding environment. Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self- contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. 6).